Putah Creek Fly Fishing Guides - Napa California

As you enter the valley, the color of the gentle rolling hills and the warm sun give you no choice but to slip into a serene state of mind that seems light years away from the hustle and bustle of every day life.

Welcome to the Napa Valley!

Putah Creek guide with a Rainbow A colorful wild Putah Creek Rainbow
Putah Creek our local Trout stream is an exceptional year round fly fishing destination. It’s clear cold water and good numbers of insects support a healthy population of Rainbow Trout in the 10-22 inch range.

Weather you live here in Northern California and want to catch more Trout on Putah Creek or are just visiting and want to add a memorable day of fly fishing to your vacation we have you covered.

We will connect you with the very best local fly fishing guide that will put you on fish. Not only will you have an enjoyable experience, you will learn tips and techniques that will make you a better fly fisher.

The Seasons

Fall is our favorite time to be in the valley and crush coincides with great fly fishing opportunities on Putah Creek. At this time Trout to 24” are commonly hooked by our clients. When you fish with us you will have access to the numerous public access points to the creek as well as the private section at Canyon Creek Resort. Use of the facilities is extended to you on the day of your fishing trip with us.
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In addition to Putah Creek, the Yuba River, Feather, and Lower Sacramento are within striking distance. Additionally we have exclusive access to private lakes and ponds here in Wine Country that are full of Trout and Bass eager to attack your files.

We book only the best, most experienced professional fly fishing guides for Putah Creek as well as our other Northern California and Wine Country fly fishing options. Whether you are a novice fly fisherman or a seasoned fly angler, our patient guides will work hard to make your day a memorable and fun learning experience. Including a day or two of fishing with Off the Hook will undoubtedly enrich your Napa Valley experience.

Here is what our clients say about us:

"Excellent day of fishing! All we were hoping for is to learn a few fly-fishing techniques and to get out of the city for a day. Within 15 minutes of our first cast, we landed a 2-pound wild rainbow...Within another 10 minutes we landed a 5-pound wild rainbow awesome... Excellent day of fishing!" Ben N. San Francisco

"Very knowledgeable outfitter and guide...they were honest about conditions and we opted to fish another river other than what we had planned. Had a great day and landed over 20 fish! Thanks Mike and Jordan! " Kevin S. Toledo OH

Putah Creek Trout

Guide Rates

Full Day - 8 plus hours of guided fishing with lunch and drinks provided $395

Half Day - 4 to 5 hours of guided fishing (available on select rivers) $285
All trips include rods, reels, bottled water, terminal tackle and flies.

Note: California fishing licenses, transportation and Gratuity not included

If you would like to learn more about Putah Creek, the Yuba River, Lower Sacramento River or would like to book a guide please call toll free 877-Catch-77 or (707)-287-2939. We are also available via email at info@offthehookflyfishing.com. We specialize in groups, fly fishing classes and corporate excursions. Our gift certificates are popular gifts as well.

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Napa Valley restaurant and wine tasting

Anglers visiting Northern California wine country also avail themselves of other renown fly fishing waters in addition to Putah Creek, The Yuba and Lower Sac. Options such as the Upper Sacramento, Hat Creek, Feather, American, Fall, and Trinity rivers come to mind.

We have been fly fishing in the North State for over 25 years, and in the valley since 94'. Allow us to create a custom fly fishing and wine country excursion for you. Off the Hook and Knight Wine Tours will be pleased to provide you and your group with a refreshing Northern California wine country experience that is a great value and that escapes from status quo. We offer custom VIP trips that will send you home with bragging rights. Click here for more info...

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Directions

Our trips begin at 8:30 a.m. at Canyon Creek Resort. It is located at 22074 California Highway 128 Winters, CA 95694.

From Napa head East on Trancas St. which becomes Monticello Rd. (H 121). Continue East and Highway 121 will become Highway 128. After passing the dam at Lake Berryessa continue down into the canyon and the resort will be on your right. Leave yourself around an hour of travel time from Napa.

From San Francisco take Highway 80 East towards Sacramento. In Vacaville take Highway 505 North to Exit 11. Go West through the town of Winters on Highway 128. Canyon Creek Resort will be on your left just before you cross Putah Creek and head up towards the dam. Leave 1.5 hour travel time.

From Sacramento take Highway 80 West towards San Francisco. In Vacaville take Highway 505 North to Exit 11. Go West on Grant Ave. (H 128) to Canyon Creek Resort. Leave 45 minutes travel time from Sacramento.